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Dividing Decimals by Whole Numbers
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Dividing Decimals by Whole Numbers
Use place value and written methods to divide decimals by whole numbers. Check whether each quotient is reasonable.
Choose the Best Answer
Select one answer for each question.
1.What is 7.2 ÷ 3?
- 2.4
- 24
- 2.1
- 0.24
2.A $16.80 prize is split equally among 4 winners. How much does each winner receive?
- $4.20
- $4.80
- $42.00
- $3.20
3.Which division has a quotient of 1.8?
- 9.0 ÷ 5
- 18 ÷ 5
- 1.8 ÷ 10
- 8.1 ÷ 3
4.What is 12.6 ÷ 6?
- 2.1
- 21
- 2.6
- 0.21
5.Which quotient is reasonable for 5.6 ÷ 2?
- 2.8
- 28
- 0.28
- 7.6
Solve and Show Your Thinking
Use a written method where it helps. Include units for real-world answers.
6.Calculate 8.4 ÷ 4.
7.A 17.5-foot ribbon is cut into 5 equal lengths. How long is each length?
8.Four identical bags of birdseed weigh 10.8 pounds altogether. How much does one bag weigh?
9.Chloe buys 4 identical folders for $13.60 and 2 identical markers for $3.20. How much more does one folder cost than one marker?
10.If 4.8 ÷ 2 = 2.4, what is 48 ÷ 2? Describe the place-value pattern.
11.Explain how place value helps you place the decimal point when dividing a decimal by a whole number. Include one example.
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